Recession Drives Women to Direct Sales Companies
Local woman finds new career with Mary Kay cosmetics following job loss.
For Jen Kundrod of Alexandria, the ongoing recession in the United States led to a new career opportunity. Kundrod, who formerly worked as an internal project manager for an e-learning company, began to suspect in February she might lose her job. That’s when she began selling Mary Kay cosmetics as a precaution to guard against lost income. “Mary Kay started as a plan B for me,” Kundrod said. “And I did lose my job in June. And so, it quickly became a plan A. And so I really just haven’t looked back, and it’s been great, and I’ve been able to support myself with it.” Kundrod says her income per hour with Mary Kay is comparable to what she made at her last job. She’s also found satisfaction in helping women look and feel their best. Added …
Jennylou Raya
9:59 pm on Sunday, January 15, 2012
I have been linked in the direct selling world since I was still in high school but did not get into it until my first child was born. After many years, and many companies, I've found the one for me and it is Eclipse Candle Company, started by Ken and Tammy Knibbs. They and the products have surpassed all my high expectations and it is only the beginning! more ›